Budgie Smugglers

Australian Slang

Definition

Australian slang for tight-fitting men’s swim briefs, humorously implying a noticeable bulge (as if “smuggling” a budgerigar).

Examples

"He rocked up to the beach in bright red budgie smugglers, copping a few cheeky comments from his mates."

"Mum told Dad to throw some shorts over his budgie smugglers before the neighbours popped round."

"He grabbed a new pair of budgie smugglers for the swim meet, insisting they’re more aerodynamic than boardies."